Lidia fait sa loi

The main character is destitute but wears the most visually intoxicating Italian influenced outfits, she is sexually active but not worried about pregnancy, in pre-birth control Italy. The opportunity to expose 'breastage' is always taken, adding mixed aura to a supposed interest in women's rights....and there are other liberties taken: Accept these items and it is a fun series. The aesthetics of 19th century Italy are very pleasurable part of the show.

The main character is determined for sure, and caged in the categories which caged women of the time - there is a way in which uncaged women (prostitutes and other) are rather immediately protrayed as good and the women who follow the categories of the time are presented as bad, that seems simplistic. This adds a comic book feel to the series: Again once accepted, the series remains enjoyable. Comic book is an very viable art form so this is not necessarily bad.

The objectification of women, despite the series clear commitment to their liberty, seems confusing. But of course as a gratuitous pleasure device it works- as we are of course very used to this device culturally.

I feel the show however does have its most merit as it penetrates into the continued door closing performed by dominant cultural mechanisms, which forces the heroine's side navigations - the intricate undercover journey to address issues with some effect and integrity. That feels accurate to my experience with dominant culture as it manifest with its continued, even comical support of mechanisms for sidelining needed offerings. This study of cultural sidelining, seems like, the most worthy and authentic exploration of the show.

Great period piece depicting the s**t women had to put up with then. In almost every one of her scenes, she had a different dress, and they were all beautiful. Kudos to the costume designer. I like their keeping with the authentic and historical production too. The typewriter, the lamps used in the homes, in the street and when using the lamps in searching for clues. Although I usually don't like dark scenes, the director kept it dark and real. Some movies have the scenes suddenly brighten up when a little candle is lit! I hope to see a sequel with Lidia and look forward to netflix producing it very soon.

This Italian series in set in nineteenth century Turin. Protagonist Lidia Poët has passed her exams and qualified to practice law. Unfortunately the male dominated profession isn't ready for its first female member and she finds herself unable to practice. Determined to overturn the decision she decides to 'help' her brother, also a lawyer, with his work... this tends to involve finding cases for him to work on which she ends up doing the work on and proving the client innocent and exposing the real villain.

I thought this series was a delightful romp. While there are plot lines that run through the series each episode concentrates on a single case that will be wrapped up by the time it is over. The characters are a lot of fun, especially our protagonist; Matilda De Angelis does a great job in the role. The rest cast also do a fine job bringing their characters to life. I don't normally think to comment on costumes but here they are definitely comment worthy with their bright colours and period styling... people certainly dressed more stylishly then, at least the wealthy did! For the most part this is suitable for all but there is some strong language and a moderate amount of sex and nudity. Overall I'd definitely recommend this to anybody looking for a light hearted crime drama; I hope we get a second series.

These comments are based on watching the series in Italian with English subtitles.

A very very enjoyable series only 2 episodes in and impressed ! Besides being a thinking. Feeling work of art, it injects slight comic, undertones that you actually feel tickled , and giggle , even when you know how important the case is . The leading lady is a superb actress , the costume design for her just brings out her role although where in that period she could have found such fashion , all of that only brings you back to HER and just how good of an actress she is. It's like a law and order of the period. So wished she could have more allies to trust and were in a place of power not that she needs the help. This IS good , very good , I'm already hoping that someone sees a second season ,

Enjoyable stories although reasonably simple in design (which makes it easy to follow and watch), good acting, stylish locations, excellent lighting, rich and colourful quality costumes, and beautiful lead actress. Dubbing in English is also quite good.

I was hooked from the 1st episode and enjoyed the scenario of a woman battling against the male prejudice in the legal profession within a period setting. All the men underestimate her and are challenged by her education and ideas. As a man myself I think it is great to watch her succeeding and overcoming the challenges. I do hope that they decide to make more series going forwards.